About Philippe Decker
Lived 1840 – 1881 (aged 40). Philippe Decker was a Luxembourgish conductor and composer.
Philippe Decker (12 February 1840 – 9 February 1881) was a Luxembourgish composer and conductor. In 1872, he became a music teacher at the Athenaeum, before becoming a military bandmaster in 1879.
He composed an extensive amount of music for wind orchestra and other ensembles.
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Who was Philippe Decker?
Luxembourg musician (1840-1881)
When was Philippe Decker born?
Philippe Decker was born on 12 February 1840.
When did Philippe Decker die?
Philippe Decker died on 9 February 1881.
What was Philippe Decker's occupation?
Philippe Decker was a conductor and composer.
What nationality was Philippe Decker?
Philippe Decker was Luxembourgish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Philippe Decker. https://biography.guide/philippe-decker/
MLA: "Philippe Decker." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/philippe-decker/.
Chicago: "Philippe Decker." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/philippe-decker/.
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